Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
78.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.74 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €99.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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